I'm Elisha Temiloluwa, a pragmatic, product-minded software architect and hands-on senior engineer with a strong technical problem-solving foundation. I design and deliver scalable, maintainable systems in distributed and event-driven environments that solve real user problems. I specialize in migrating legacy systems toward modern architectures, optimizing costs, and delivering reliable microservices on cloud platforms. I enjoy mentoring teammates, driving collaboration across engineering and management, and turning complex problems into practical, high-impact software solutions.

Elisha Temiloluwa

I'm Elisha Temiloluwa, a pragmatic, product-minded software architect and hands-on senior engineer with a strong technical problem-solving foundation. I design and deliver scalable, maintainable systems in distributed and event-driven environments that solve real user problems. I specialize in migrating legacy systems toward modern architectures, optimizing costs, and delivering reliable microservices on cloud platforms. I enjoy mentoring teammates, driving collaboration across engineering and management, and turning complex problems into practical, high-impact software solutions.

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I’m Elisha Temiloluwa, a pragmatic, product-minded software architect and hands-on senior engineer with a strong technical problem-solving foundation. I design and deliver scalable, maintainable systems in distributed and event-driven environments that solve real user problems.

I specialize in migrating legacy systems toward modern architectures, optimizing costs, and delivering reliable microservices on cloud platforms. I enjoy mentoring teammates, driving collaboration across engineering and management, and turning complex problems into practical, high-impact software solutions.

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Language

English
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German
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Work Experience

Software Architect at Bike24 GmbH
October 1, 2023 - Present
Drove cost and performance optimizations across event-driven microservices on GCP and on-premises systems, improving runtime efficiency and reducing operational overhead while maintaining legacy compatibility. Led legacy system modernization efforts, enabling gradual migration with minimal downtime and reduced operational risk. Architected and documented core order management and stock & availability systems, enabling gradual migration from legacy monoliths to a hybrid microservices architecture. Provided onboarding mentorship to other engineers, and collaborated with managers to improve onboarding and team energy frameworks.
Software Engineer at Stilight GmbH
March 1, 2023 - August 1, 2023
Implemented cost & performance optimizations, improved code quality, unit test and system design implementation in event-driven microservices serving millions of products; contributed to significant monthly savings by reducing running costs. Developed, maintained, and improved an internal TypeScript plugin to boost QA productivity by reducing manual work by up to 25%. Enhanced error handling robustness and fixed existing bugs in new service adapters on a monolithic legacy system.
Software Engineer at BCT Creative Labs
May 1, 2022 - February 1, 2023
Launched a pay-ments fintech platform powered by a PCI-DSS-compliant GraphQL-based internal wallet system (monolith), enabling secure payment flows. Implemented to improve UI/UX and backend integration for high-traffic NFT front-end and wallet services; contributed to reducing development waste by optimizing project setup and documentation.
Software Engineer at Patricia Technologies Limited
April 1, 2021 - May 1, 2022
Improved onboarding experience for new engineers by introducing a structured project onboarding framework and pair programming sessions. Led stand-ups to remove blockers, foster team collaboration, and improve communication. Implemented an automated discount & coupon system to streamline marketing workflows and reduce manual tasks; improved team productivity through targeted tooling.
Software Engineer at Slash It Payments Limited
January 1, 2021 - Present
Delivered frontend and backend integrations (ReactJS, NodeJS, React Native) for a fintech product; focused on improving UI/UX and ensuring robust API integration with payment gateways in a contract-based engagement.
Software Engineer at Quotable Indexing & Comparison Platform
January 1, 2021 - Present
Developed indexing and comparison tooling using PHP, Golang, TypeScript and React Native; worked on reducing app size and improving performance by refactoring existing codebase and implementing in-app caching strategies for API calls and interval-based synchronization.

Education

BSc. Marine Biology at University of Lagos
January 1, 2014 - October 1, 2018

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Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services